El Alamein travel guide
El Alamein Tourism | El Alamein Guide
You're Going to Love El Alamein
With a population of 7,400, El Alamein is a must-see destination in Matruh, Egypt. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything El Alamein has to offer.
When to visit El Alamein
How to Get to El Alamein
Plane
Although El Alamein doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Alexandria Borg El Arab (HBE), which is located 44 miles from El Alamein. The shortest flight to El Alamein from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 7h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to El Alamein is to pick up a car hire from Cairo, which is about 146 miles from El Alamein. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Cairo.
Airports near El Alamein
Airlines serving El Alamein
Where to stay in El Alamein
Average rates range from around £85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £142 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of El Alamein
Hiring a car in El Alamein
Expect to pay £0.23 per litre in El Alamein (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £2.68 and £3.58.